RISE Modular ยท 4 days ago
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Owatonna, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expRise Modular, LLC is a leading construction technology company that designs, engineers, and manufactures full volumetric modular units for multi-family apartment and hospitality development projects. They are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll and Benefits Specialist to manage payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and compliance with regulations.
Construction
Responsibilities
Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees accurately and efficiently, including new hires, terminations, and pay changes
Ensure accurate calculation of wages, deductions (tax withholdings, benefits, garnishments, etc.), and taxable income
Manage and maintain payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Prepare and distribute payroll reports, including summaries, tax filings, and other required documentation
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues in a timely and professional manner
Stay up-to-date on payroll laws and best practices
Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans (401k), life insurance, disability (STD/LTD), and other voluntary benefits
Manage enrollments, changes, and terminations in benefit plans
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing clear and accurate information
Coordinate open enrollment processes, including communication, employee meetings, and system updates
Process benefit invoices and reconcile statements
Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, and other applicable benefits regulations
Manage leave of absence programs (excluding FMLA administration but including tracking and coordination with payroll)
Oversee the company's timekeeping system, ensuring accurate employee time records
Provide support and training to employees and supervisors on the timekeeping system
Monitor and address attendance issues, working with supervisors to ensure compliance with company policy
Process time-off requests (PTO, sick leave, etc.) in accordance with company policy
Generate timekeeping and attendance reports as needed
Ensure accurate integration of timekeeping data with payroll processing
Prepare and generate regular and ad-hoc reports for senior leadership, including payroll analysis, employee turnover, headcount, benefits, and other workforce metrics
Analyze People Operations data to identify trends, provide insights, and support decision-making
Maintain accurate People Operations records and metrics for compliance and audit purposes
Assist with preparing data for regulatory filings and reports as required by law (e.g., EEO-1, ACA reporting, etc.)
Assist with People Operations projects and initiatives as needed
Maintain confidentiality of employee information
Continuously seek opportunities to improve payroll and benefits processes
Qualification
Required
Detail-oriented and experienced Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Manage all aspects of payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and timekeeping/attendance
Ensure accurate and timely payroll
Efficient benefits management
Compliance with all relevant regulations
Self-starter with strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
Commitment to providing excellent service to employees
Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees accurately and efficiently, including new hires, terminations, and pay changes
Ensure accurate calculation of wages, deductions (tax withholdings, benefits, garnishments, etc.), and taxable income
Manage and maintain payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Prepare and distribute payroll reports, including summaries, tax filings, and other required documentation
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues in a timely and professional manner
Stay up-to-date on payroll laws and best practices
Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans (401k), life insurance, disability (STD/LTD), and other voluntary benefits
Manage enrollments, changes, and terminations in benefit plans
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing clear and accurate information
Coordinate open enrollment processes, including communication, employee meetings, and system updates
Process benefit invoices and reconcile statements
Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, and other applicable benefits regulations
Manage leave of absence programs (excluding FMLA administration but including tracking and coordination with payroll)
Oversee the company's timekeeping system, ensuring accurate employee time records
Provide support and training to employees and supervisors on the timekeeping system
Monitor and address attendance issues, working with supervisors to ensure compliance with company policy
Process time-off requests (PTO, sick leave, etc.) in accordance with company policy
Generate timekeeping and attendance reports as needed
Ensure accurate integration of timekeeping data with payroll processing
Prepare and generate regular and ad-hoc reports for senior leadership, including payroll analysis, employee turnover, headcount, benefits, and other workforce metrics
Analyze People Operations data to identify trends, provide insights, and support decision-making
Maintain accurate People Operations records and metrics for compliance and audit purposes
Assist with preparing data for regulatory filings and reports as required by law (e.g., EEO-1, ACA reporting, etc.)
Assist with People Operations projects and initiatives as needed
Maintain confidentiality of employee information
Continuously seek opportunities to improve payroll and benefits processes
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing and benefits administration
Strong understanding of payroll principles, tax regulations, and benefits administration
Experience with payroll software and HRIS systems, specifically UKG Ready
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to research and resolve issues independently
Knowledge of timekeeping systems and best practices for attendance management
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement plans (401k)
Life insurance
Disability (STD/LTD)
Other voluntary benefits
Company
RISE Modular
Rise Modular offers higher quality commercial modular construction for hotels, apartments, student housing, and senior housing.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Christian Lawrence
Founder and CEO
Brian Jacobson, MBA, CMA
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2023-10-26
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